Pooja Hegde Birthday Special: From 'Hai Jawaani To Ishq Hona Hai' with Varun Dhawan to 'Jana Nayagan' with Thalapathy Vijay, upcoming movies of the actress

In an industry where actors often walk the formulaic path, Pooja Hegde is carving her own way with daring picks, ones that go beyond linguistic barriers. Her new phase boasts a diverse mix of upcoming projects that highlight her range and cross-industry appeal. As she celebrates her birthday today, here’s looking at her exciting upcoming releases.

Jana Nayagan: Pooja Hegde reunites with Thalapathy Vijay in Jana Nayagan, an upcoming Tamil-language political action film directed by H Vinoth. The film has generated considerable anticipation, with the audiences excited to see Pooja and Thalapathy’s crackling chemistry against an intriguing backdrop. Rumours suggest the climax will explore a “Humans vs AI” theme, and netizens are eager to know what’s more to unfold. The film releases in theatres on 9th January, 2026.

Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai: Pooja Hegde is coming up with a lighthearted Bollywood comedy drama, Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai. The actress will be seen sharing the screen space with Varun Dhawan and Mrunal Thakur. The film’s title is inspired by a line from Biwi No.1, and it has already ignited excitement among the audiences. Directed by David Dhawan, the film is scheduled to release in theatres on 10th April, 2026.

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